A standard comprehensive search includes: Federal and State trademark registrations; pending U.S. trademark applications; Internet domain names, and numerous computerized nationwide business and product name directories. The written opinion includes a report of all relevant search hits with an analysis and opinion on the client's right to use and right to register the proposed mark.
U.S. Trademark Registration Applications
The firm prepares, files and prosecutes U.S. trademark and service mark registration applications. Applications to register can be filed before the mark is actually used, giving the applicant priority from the date of filing.
For registered marks, the firm's services include preparation and filing of affidavits renewing the registration and/or establishing incontestable status.
A computerized docketing system is used to monitor and report the status of all pending and issued trademarks in the client's portfolio.
Additional Services
Trademark assignment and title searches and opinions
Preparation of assignment and license agreements
Validity and infringement analysis and opinions
Infringement, dilution, and unfair competition litigation
Appeals of trademark disputes in state and federal courts
Opposition, cancellation, and appellate proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board
Filing and management of foreign trademarks through a network of foreign trademark agents associated by the firm
Handling internet domain name issues, domain names, U.S. trademark rights and internet domain name issues arising out of world wide web communications
Monitoring trademark registration applications by others to identify potential infringing activities
If you have questions about intellectual property law, Waddey & Patterson has answers. Any Questions?
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